NBA All-Star Game

Q: The Bulls are saying they're open to a buyout for Dwyane Wade, but does anyone know if he's open to the Heat? -- Stoney.

A: Dwyane has carefully removed himself from the buyout equation, including an escape into an awaiting vehicle in front of TMZ. With the Bulls expecting a considerable giveback from the $23.8 million Dwyane is due this season, it hardly would make sense for Dwyane to offer any public pronouncement on plans. Obviously the Cavaliers will always make sense because of the LeBron James connection. And the Rockets could make sense because close friend Chris Paul is now in place in Houston, with the possibility of Carmelo Anthony arriving there, as...

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